Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Distance: 125 km
Number of Days: 7
Guided Trip Info: Naturally Superior Adventures: Sibley Peninsula
 
Route Description: Between the Sibley Peninsula (the Sleeping Giant) and the village of Rossport lie hundreds of wilderness islands. This island-to-island route explores a varied coastline of cobblestone and cliffs and will fascinate paddlers with its unique geology.

Starting from the village of Silver Islet, the trip begins with an 8 km open water crossing to Porphyry Island. From here, open water crossings are the norm until you reach Roche Debout Point on the Black Bay Peninsula. The route crosses the Nipigon Strait at Fluor Island and follows the south shore of St. Ignace Island. A final crossing takes you to Battle Island and the Rossport group of islands.

This trip is best for experienced paddlers. Hazards include rough landings and exposure to southerly seas. There are no sand beaches along this route so be prepared to land on cobble, boulders and smooth rock.
Campsites: Finley Bay (Sibley Peninsula)
Porphyry Island
Island No. 10
Spain Island
Jobin Island
Shesheeb Bay
Spar Island
Fluor Island (numerous)
Paradise Island
McNabb Harbour (St. Ignace Island)
McKay Cove (Simpson Island)
Harry Island
West Bay, Wilson Island
Channel Island

Maps and Guide Books: NTS (1:50,000) 52 A/7, 52 A/8, 52 A/9, 42 D/12, 42 D/13, 42 D/14